Quantity Surveyor
Project Manager
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Senior Development Manager
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Project Quantity Surveyor
Site Manager
Assistant Site Manager
Project Manager
Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Plymouth (On-site)
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per year + £6,000 Car Allowance
Role Overview
Sphere Solutions are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to deliver commercial management for a major redevelopment in Plymouth. You will drive financial performance, manage sub-contractor accounts, maintain budget control, and ensure contract compliance within a live site.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide financial/contractual forecasts, monitor spend against approved client budgets, and maximise cash flow.
- Prepare and review monthly cost reports, track key performance trends, and manage contract change control procedures.
- Conduct physical measurement of works and agree valuations with clients and subcontractors.
- Oversee full sub-contractor lifecycle, including enquiry issuance, tender comparison, price negotiation, order placement, and final account agreement.
- Assess and mitigate commercial risks in accordance with corporate risk management policies.
- Act as a key client-facing commercial point of contact (excellent communication skills essential).
Qualifications & Requirements
- Degree, HNC, or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a commercial discipline.
- Proven experience in a Quantity Surveyor or similar role.
- Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts.
- CSCS Card (White PQP/AQP).
- Full UK Driver’s License.
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
- Due to the nature of the role, candidates will be required to obtain security clearance and hold a passport from an eligible country.
Apply Today
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888, or apply today with your CV.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.
Project Manager – MOD Contractor | £50,000 & Car Package | Plymouth
Join a leading MOD contractor working on high-profile defence and infrastructure projects across the Plymouth area. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage projects for a trusted national contractor with a reputation for excellence in the defence sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the successful delivery from inception to completion.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring all targets are met.
- Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams to maintain smooth project operations.
- Ensure compliance with MOD security protocols, health & safety regulations, and industry standards.
- Identify and mitigate risks to keep projects on track and within budget.
- Drive continuous improvements and efficiency in project management processes.
Key Requirements (Skills & Experience)
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- HNC or equivalent qualification in Building, Civil Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience in a Contracts or Project Manager role within Construction or M&E.
- Experience managing construction and property maintenance programmes. MOD project experience is advantageous.
- Health & Safety qualification such as SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH, plus Asbestos Awareness.
- Strong supply chain management skills and good local industry knowledge.
- Security clearance (or eligibility to obtain it) due to the nature of MOD projects.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Excellent IT skills, including MS Office and any experience with CAFM software is a plus.
The role will cover 7 sites in the Plymouth area, and the successful candidate will work from their nearest site. This is not a home based role.
Benefits & Perks
- Salary up to £50,000 + Car allowance or Company Car
- Up to 6% employee matched pension contribution
- Private medical cover
- Life assurance
- Opportunity to work on high-profile, security-sensitive defence projects.
To Apply
For a confidential chat please call Jo or Cat to discuss the role in more detail or apply as directed.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.
If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.
We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Plymouth
Salary: £75,000 + Package
Job Type: Permanent
We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial expertise, supporting the delivery of local landmark schemes across Plymouth and the surrounding areas.
The Day-to-Day
- Prepare accurate cost estimates based on consultant reports and technical information.
- Develop detailed project cost plans as designs progress.
- Produce quantities from drawings and technical documentation.
- Support the preparation of Contractor Proposals.
- Procure consultants and subcontractors.
- Prepare and submit applications for payment.
- Produce accurate monthly cost reports, forecasts and financial updates.
- Support project mitigation and commercial recovery strategies.
- Attend client, consultant and project meetings.
- Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team.
What We Need From You
- Previous experience and longevity working for a Tier 1 or large regional contractor in a Senior Quantity Surveyor capacity.
- A strong understanding of construction techniques and commercial management.
- HNC / Degree in Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying or a similar sector-related course, and/or RICS membership.
- Strong knowledge of company management systems, including commercial and financial systems such as Commercial Manager, COINS or Sphere.
- Proven experience managing and mentoring a team of Assistant and Quantity Surveyors on a large-scale contract.
- Excellent commercial, analytical and communication skills.
In Return
- Salary up to £75,000, depending on experience.
- Car package – car allowance or company car.
- Pension scheme.
- Generous holiday allowance.
- Private healthcare cover.
- Life assurance of up to 4 times salary.
- Incentive scheme.
- Enhanced family leave.
To Apply
To register your interest, please follow the steps below to apply or contact Cat or Abbie on 01752 421888 for more information.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.
If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.
We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity or background.
Senior Development Manager
Location: Cornwall
Salary: £69,000 + Package
Benefits: Car allowance, 27 days’ holiday + bank holidays, pension, healthcare and more
We’re looking for an experienced and commercially minded Senior Development Manager to join a growing Pre-Construction team and play a key role in identifying, securing, and progressing residential development opportunities across the South West.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, assess and progress land, development and new business opportunities
- Develop and implement land, pipeline and planning strategies
- Lead feasibility, due diligence, viability and development appraisals
- Assess planning, technical, legal, environmental, market, programme and commercial risks
- Lead and negotiate land acquisitions
- Manage residential schemes through the planning and pre-construction lifecycle, coordinating consultants and internal teams
- Prepare, submit and progress planning applications, including consultation responses, planning conditions, obligations and appeals where required
- Monitor development pipelines, programmes, budgets, appraisals and risks
- Prepare clear appraisals, reports and recommendations for senior management and Board-level decision making
About You
- Degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification in any discipline – planning, construction or development-related discipline preferred
- Experienced residential development professional
- Detailed knowledge of residential development, land acquisition, planning, financial appraisal and funding
- Strong understanding of sales, marketing, new-build construction and development costs
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary up to £69,000
- 10% car allowance
- 27 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
- Workplace pension
- Death-in-service benefit
- Healthcare and additional benefits
Apply Today
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888, or apply today with your CV.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.
If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Plymouth
Permanent
£50,000 – £70,000 + £7,500 Car Allowance
Sphere Solutions are working with an established construction and infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a large scheme based in Plymouth.
The successful candidate will play a key role in cost planning, procurement, contract management and financial control, working closely with clients, contractors, consultants and supply chain partners.
The Role
- Preparing detailed cost estimates, budgets and cost plans
- Managing project costs and maintaining effective financial control throughout the project lifecycle
- Reviewing and negotiating contracts, subcontracts and variations
- Managing procurement processes and evaluating subcontractor and supplier tenders
- Monitoring project progress and forecasting final costs
- Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
- Preparing interim and final payment applications and valuations
- Producing financial reports, cost analysis and commercial documentation
- Working closely with clients, project teams, consultants and supply chain partners
- Ensuring compliance with contractual, regulatory and company requirements
- Supporting the resolution of commercial and contractual disputes
- Providing guidance and mentoring to junior members of the commercial team
About You
- We’re looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in construction, infrastructure or a similarly complex environment.
- Ideally, you will have 5+ years’ Quantity Surveying experience
- HNC, HND, BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline
- Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement and commercial management
- Experience in cost planning, forecasting, valuations and financial reporting
- Experience using quantity surveying software such as CostX, QS Suite or PlanSwift
- Professional membership/accreditation such as RICS or CIOB is desirable
- Due to the sensitive nature of the site, successful candidates will be required to obtain BPSS security clearance.
Please note:
- The BPSS clearance process can take up to 8 weeks
- Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country
- Candidates must have resided in the UK continuously for the previous 5 years
What’s on Offer?
- £50,000 – £70,000 depending on experience
- £7,500 car allowance
- Long-term career development and progression
- Exposure to complex construction and infrastructure projects
- Opportunity to work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary project team
Apply Today
For a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888, or apply today with your CV.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience
Quantity Surveyor
Location: Truro
Salary: £50,000–£60,000 + Package
Job Type: Permanent
Sphere Solutions are working with a Tier 1 Contractor to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to work on local landmark schemes across the area.
The Day-to-Day
- Subcontractor procurement.
- Commercial responsibility for multiple sites at any one time.
- Manage valuations, variations and final accounts.
- Report on financial performance, including forecasting, profit/loss and cash flow.
- Ensure contract compliance.
- Attend meetings and liaise with clients, subcontractors and the wider supply chain.
- Update and advise the wider project team on all commercial information.
What We Need From You
- Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally with a large regional contractor or Tier 1 contractor.
- Ideally, an HND or Degree in a construction-related discipline.
- Strong cost management and negotiation skills.
- Ability to produce accurate valuations and commercial reports.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
What’s on Offer?
- £50,000–£60,000, depending on experience.
- Car package.
- Company pension scheme.
- Private medical insurance.
- Life assurance.
- Employee share scheme.
To Apply
To register your interest, please follow the steps below to apply or contact Cat or Abbie on 01752 421888 for more information.
For an informal discussion, please call Abbie Evans on 01752 421888 or apply as instructed.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.
If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.
We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity or background.
Site Manager – High-End Housing
Location: South Hams, Devon
Salary: £60,000–£65,000 + £4,800 Car Allowance
Job Type: Permanent
Reference: Site Manager – South Hams
The Opportunity
Sphere Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join a leading housebuilder on a prestigious, high-end residential development in the South Hams, Devon.
The development is now progressing into its second phase, providing an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager to take ownership of the phase and play a key role in its successful delivery.
The client is looking to appoint as soon as possible, with interviews available immediately.
The Role
As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the development, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme and to the highest standards of quality.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the day-to-day running of the site
- Coordinating subcontractors, trades and site teams
- Monitoring programme and build progress
- Maintaining high standards of construction and workmanship
- Managing health & safety and site compliance
- Overseeing inspections, quality control, snagging and handover
- Managing subcontractor performance
- Working closely with the wider project, commercial and technical teams
About You
The successful candidate will have:
- Proven experience as a Site Manager within a PLC housebuilder
- Strong experience delivering high-end residential developments
- A thorough understanding of residential construction and build programmes
- Strong subcontractor and site management skills
- Excellent knowledge of health & safety and site compliance
- The ability to lead a site effectively and deliver against programme and quality targets
- CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid qualifications
What’s on Offer?
- £60,000–£65,000 salary
- £4,800 car allowance
- Opportunity to take ownership of Phase 2 of a prestigious development
- Immediate interview availability
- Opportunity to join an established and highly regarded housebuilder
Apply Now
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Housing Site Manager looking for their next permanent position within the South West.
Interviews are available immediately, with the client looking to appoint ASAP.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888, or submit your CV via the application button.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.
If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.
We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive and collaborative workplaces, regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity or background.
Assistant Site Manager – Traditional Build
Wadebridge area, Cornwall
Permanent
£45,000 – £50,000 + Car Allowance
Are you an experienced Assistant Site Manager with a background in housing?
We are working with a well-established client, looking to bolster their operational team and recruit an experienced Assistant Site Manager who is looking for progression to Site Manager in the very near future. The project will consist of high-quality, traditional build in a desirable North Cornwall location.
The Role:
- Supporting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of site operations and helping to keep the build programme on track
- Supervising trades, subcontractors and site teams to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to programme
- Supporting the implementation and monitoring of health & safety procedures and site standards
- Assisting with quality control and ensuring work is completed to the required specification and customer expectations
- Monitoring progress on site, resolving day-to-day issues and reporting updates to the Site Manager
- Liaising with technical, commercial and wider project teams to support the smooth delivery of the development
About You:
- Proven experience working as an Assistant Site Manager on traditional build housing developments
- Background working on new build housing
- Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills
- SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualified as a minimum
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000 + Car Allowance
To Apply:
For a confidential chat please call Jo or Abbie to discuss the role in more detail or apply as directed.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.